Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison

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Welcome to Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison – the perfect place for kids, parents, and educators to explore emotions, build mindfulness, and develop emotional intelligence!  What We Offer:Join Miss Harrison on a journey of self-discovery through engaging stories, fun activities, and calming mindfulness exercises. Each episode focuses on helping children: Understand their emotions Practice kindness and empathy Build confidence and resilience Navigate friendships Handle life’s ups and downs with calmness and courage  What to Expect: Relatable stories for kids that teach emotional lessons Fun, interactive games and challenges Easy-to-follow mindfulness exercises to practice at homeTools and tips for managing emotions like anger, worry, and excitement Why Listen?Perfect for children of all ages, this channel is a safe and positive space to help young minds grow and thrive. Whether you’re looking for resources for the classroom, bedtime listening, or family mindfulness routines, Miss Harrison has you covered! About Miss Harrison:Miss Harrison is a passionate teacher and mindfulness advocate who loves helping children shine their brightest by understanding their emotions and building inner strength.  New Episodes Every Week!Subscribe to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes, and let’s explore emotions together, one mindful moment at a time. Join the Community:We’d love to hear from you! Comment on your favourite episodes, share your mindful moments, and spread kindness wherever you go! #MindfulMomentsWithMissHarrison #KidsMindfulness #EmotionalIntelligence #ParentingTips #MindfulnessForKids #KidsPodcast    

  1. 10h ago

    S17 E2 - Being Part of a Group

    Follow this podcast - teacher and pupil resource coming out soon for every episode Being Part of a Group – Contributing, Making Space and Valuing EveryoneHelping children understand that being part of a group is about more than simply joining in, and showing them how strong groups are created when everybody can contribute while also making space for the ideas, strengths, and voices of others. In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Belonging and Being Yourself series, children explore what it really means to be part of a group. We all belong to different groups. Families. Classes. Friendship groups. Teams. Clubs. Communities. Being part of these groups can feel wonderful, but children discover that a group is not simply a collection of people in the same place. A strong group is made up of individual people who each bring something. The episode introduces children to the image of a jigsaw puzzle. Every piece is different. If one piece were removed simply because it didn't look like the others, the picture would no longer be complete. Groups can be like that too. We don't all need to think, speak, behave, or contribute in exactly the same way. Instead, healthy belonging carries two important messages: “I have something to contribute.” and: “So does everyone else.” Through The Great Den Challenge, children see what happens when one person's enthusiasm accidentally begins to leave everybody else out. Mrs Khan's class is given an exciting task: build a den using cardboard boxes, blankets, and cushions. Oscar is immediately full of ideas. “Put that there!” “No, use this box!” “I know how we should do it!” Oscar isn't trying to be unkind. He is enthusiastic and wants the den to be brilliant. But after a while, something happens. Nobody else is really participating. Mei has an idea for strengthening the roof, but Oscar doesn't hear it. Jay wants to make a doorway, but Oscar is already moving the boxes. Sofia quietly stops helping altogether. Then Mrs Khan asks Oscar an important question: “Is this your den or the group's den?” For the first time, Oscar looks around and really notices everybody else. The group begins again. This time, every child contributes. Mei strengthens the roof. Jay designs the doorway. Sofia creates the sign. Oscar uses his enthusiasm to help put all the ideas together. The final den looks nothing like Oscar's original plan. It is better. Because now it belongs to all of them. The episode introduces children to three important group skills: Join in. Make space. Value different contributions. Children learn that sometimes belonging means stepping forwards and offering an idea. At other times, belonging means stepping back and asking: “Has everyone had a chance?” They also discover that people contribute in different ways. One person might have lots of ideas. Another might be a brilliant listener. Someone else might notice an important detail everybody has missed. Difference doesn't weaken a group. Used well, different strengths can make the whole group stronger. Through the Group Jigsaw activity, children are encouraged to think about their own “piece” and identify what they bring to the groups they belong to. Perhaps kindness. Humour. Energy. Ideas. Listening. Encouragement. They then think about what other people's pieces might bring and practise the important message: “My piece matters—and so does yours.” What children will learn in this episode: What it really means to contribute to a groupWhy everybody in a group should have an opportunity to take partHow sometimes belonging means stepping forwards and sometimes stepping backWhy listening to other people's ideas is an important group skillHow people can contribute in very different waysWhy groups can become stronger because their members are differentHow to notice both their own contribution and the contributions of othersEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Join in Share an idea, help with a task, encourage somebody, or contribute in another way that feels right for you. Your contribution matters. Make space Sometimes ask yourself: “Has everyone had a chance?” Making room for somebody else's idea does not make your own contribution less important. Value different contributions Notice that people bring different strengths to groups. A good idea, careful listening, kindness, organisation, creativity, humour, or noticing something others missed can all matter. See the whole jigsaw Remember: “My piece matters—and so does yours.” A group becomes stronger when everybody has the opportunity to bring something to it. These skills help children develop teamwork, cooperation, listening, social awareness, turn-taking, confidence, inclusion, and appreciation of different strengths. Mindful Moment Challenge: The next time you're part of a group, notice two things. Ask yourself: “What can I contribute?” Then ask: “How can I help someone else contribute too?” Perhaps you can share an idea. Perhaps you can listen. Perhaps you can invite somebody quieter to speak. Perhaps you can encourage somebody else's idea. Remember: Being part of a group isn't only about making sure your voice is heard. It is also about helping create a group where everybody has a voice. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children developing teamwork and group skillsClassrooms building inclusive and collaborative learning culturesChildren learning to balance confidence with listening to othersFamilies talking about cooperation, sharing, and participationTeachers and pastoral leaders supporting group dynamics and inclusionChildren recognising and valuing different strengths in themselves and othersQuote of the Week: "My piece matters—and so does yours." #MindfulMoments #BelongingAndBeingYourself #BeingPartOfAGroup #Teamwork #Belonging #Inclusion #WorkingTogether #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #Relationships #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

  2. 2d ago

    S17 E1 - What Dis it Mean to Belong?

    Follow this podcast - teacher and pupil resource coming out soon for every episode What Does It Mean to Belong? – Finding a Place Where You Are Included, Known and Accepted Helping children understand that belonging is more than simply being somewhere, and showing them how feeling included, known, accepted, and able to be themselves creates a genuine sense of connection with other people. In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Belonging and Being Yourself series, children begin exploring something that everyone needs in their lives: a sense of belonging. Children are encouraged to think about the different places and groups where they might belong—their family, class, friendship group, sports team, club, neighbourhood, or wider community—and consider what makes those places feel like somewhere they truly have a place. They discover that belonging isn't simply about being surrounded by people. Someone can be in a busy room and still feel as though they don't belong, while being with just one or two people can sometimes feel completely like home. Belonging is about connection. It carries the messages: “I'm part of this.” “There's a place for me here.” “I matter to these people.” Through Yusuf’s story, children see how seemingly small actions can create that feeling. Yusuf has recently joined a new class. Everyone is friendly, his teacher knows his name, and he has his own tray and peg—but he still doesn't quite feel as though the class is his. At lunchtime, he watches other children sharing jokes and memories from before he arrived. Then, during a classroom activity, Amina notices that there are only four chairs and says: “Wait! Yusuf's in our group too.” She pulls over another chair and makes a place for him. It is such a small action. Just a chair. But the message behind it is enormous: You are part of us. During the activity, the group asks for Yusuf's opinion, explains a joke he doesn't understand, and notices his love of art by asking him to draw their title. By the end of the lesson, the classroom is no longer simply somewhere Yusuf goes to school. It is beginning to feel like his class. The episode introduces children to three important ingredients of belonging: Being included. Being known. Being accepted. Children discover that being included means knowing there is space for them. Being known means people notice their interests, ideas, and the things that matter to them. And being accepted means they do not have to become exactly like everybody else simply to earn their place. Children are also encouraged to imagine the different circles of belonging around their lives and think about the people who help them feel included, known, and accepted in each one. The episode encourages children to notice the people, actions, and communities that make them feel connected while beginning to recognise how even the smallest gestures can communicate the powerful message: “There is a place for you here.” What children will learn in this episode: What it really means to feel that you belongWhy belonging is about connection rather than simply being surrounded by peopleHow small acts of inclusion can have a powerful impactWhy being known and noticed helps us feel connectedWhy genuine belonging makes room for people's differencesHow they can belong to many different groups and communities at the same timeEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Notice where you feel included Think about the people and places that make space for you, invite you to join in, and show you that your presence matters. Recognise what it feels like to be known Notice the people who remember your interests, listen to your ideas, and pay attention to the things that matter to you. Look for acceptance Real belonging gives you room to be yourself. You shouldn't have to become exactly like everyone else to earn your place. Notice the small moments A saved chair, an invitation, someone asking your opinion, or simply hearing “Come and join us” can all create a powerful sense of belonging. These skills help children develop social awareness, emotional literacy, connection, appreciation of difference, and a deeper understanding of what healthy belonging feels like. Mindful Moment Challenge: This week, notice one moment when somebody helps you feel that you belong. Perhaps someone: Saves you a place. Asks for your opinion. Invites you to join something. Remembers something about you. Simply makes you feel welcome. Pause for a moment and notice how that feels. Then remember the message behind that small action: “There's a place for me here.” Perfect for: Primary school-aged children exploring belonging, identity, and relationshipsClassrooms developing inclusive communities and positive relationshipsFamilies talking with children about connection and belongingTeachers and pastoral leaders supporting children joining new groups or classesChildren developing social awareness, emotional literacy, and appreciation of differenceQuote of the Week: "Belonging is feeling included, known, and accepted—and knowing there is a place for you." #MindfulMoments #BelongingAndBeingYourself #Belonging #FeelingIncluded #Inclusion #Connection #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #Relationships #EmotionalLiteracy #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

  3. 3d ago

    Complete Series 16 - Understadning Anger

    Follow this podcast - teacher and pupil resource coming out soon for every episode Helping children understand that anger is a normal emotion, and developing the self-awareness, self-regulation and responsibility to recognise it, understand what may be underneath it, pause before reacting, express it safely and repair things when anger leads to a poor choice. In Series 16 of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children explore what it really means to understand anger. Across six practical and reassuring episodes, Miss Harrison moves beyond the idea that anger is simply a “bad” feeling that children should suppress or get rid of. Instead, children discover that anger is a normal human emotion that can carry important information. The challenge is not to avoid anger altogether, but to notice it, understand it and learn how to choose what happens next. The series begins with Getting to Know Anger, where children learn an important distinction: feeling angry and acting angrily are not the same thing. Through Leo's carefully built tower being accidentally knocked over, they see that anger can make sense when something important to us is damaged, feels unfair or does not go the way we hoped. Leo learns that his anger is real, but it does not get to decide what his feet or his words do next. Children begin practising curiosity by asking, “I wonder why my anger is here?” In What Happens When I Get Angry?, children become anger detectives and explore the physical and behavioural clues that can tell them anger is beginning to grow. Through Isaac's football game, they notice how a hot face, tight fists, a thumping heart, tense muscles or a louder voice can act like an early warning system. The Anger Thermometer helps children understand that noticing anger while it is still rising gives them more time to make a thoughtful choice before it reaches boiling point. What Is My Anger Telling Me? takes the learning deeper. Through Layla discovering that she has not been invited to a birthday party, children learn that anger can sometimes sit alongside other feelings such as hurt, disappointment, embarrassment, worry, jealousy or feeling left out. The Anger Iceberg helps them explore three important questions: “What happened?” “What else am I feeling?” and “What might I need?” Children discover that understanding what lies beneath anger can help them work out what would genuinely help next. In The Pause Before We Act, children learn one of the most practical strategies in the series: Stop. Breathe. Choose.Through Ben's painting being accidentally soaked with water, they see how anger can create a strong urge to react immediately. The pause does not magically remove the feeling. Instead, it gives the thinking brain a little time to catch up. Children discover that even a few seconds can create space between feeling angry and acting on that feeling, allowing them to choose whether to step away, use calm words, ask for help or wait until they are ready to talk. Expressing Anger Safely explores what children can actually do with strong angry feelings. Through Maya discovering her younger sister wearing a bracelet she made, children see that anger does not need to be hidden or allowed to explode. They learn three safe ways to respond: use words, help the body release energy safely and get support. The Safe Anger Menu gives children something practical to prepare in advance: something they can say, something safe they can do, and someone they can talk to. Finally, Making Things Right recognises an important reality: even when children understand anger and know useful strategies, they will still sometimes make mistakes. Through Ayaan tearing Leo's picture, children learn that anger can explain why something happened without making a hurtful action acceptable. They are introduced to three restorative steps: Recognise. Repair. Learn. Children discover that a genuine apology involves taking responsibility, thinking about what can be repaired and considering what they might do differently next time. They also learn that saying sorry does not mean another person has to stop feeling hurt immediately. Together, the six episodes develop a thoughtful and realistic understanding of anger: Anger is not something to fear or feel ashamed of. We can notice it. We can listen to it. We can recognise its warning signs. We can look underneath it. We can pause before reacting. We can express it safely. And when things go wrong, we can take responsibility, repair what we can and learn for next time. Episodes in this series: S16 E1 Understanding Anger - Getting to Know Anger Learning that anger is a normal emotion, understanding that it often has a reason and recognising that feelings and actions are different. S16 E2 Understanding Anger - What Happens When I Get Angry? Recognising physical and behavioural anger signals and using an Anger Thermometer to notice when feelings are beginning to rise. S16 E3 Understanding Anger - What Is My Anger Telling Me? Looking beneath anger to explore other possible feelings and identifying what we might need in that moment. S16 E4 Understanding Anger - The Pause Before We Act Learning how a short pause can create space between feeling angry and choosing what to do through Stop, Breathe, Choose. S16 E5 Understanding Anger - Expressing Anger Safely Finding safe ways to use words, release physical energy and seek support without hurting ourselves, other people or the things around us. S16 E6 Understanding Anger - Making Things Right Taking responsibility after an angry choice, repairing what we can and learning what we could do differently next time. What children will explore across the series: Why anger is a normal emotion rather than a “bad” feelingHow anger can give us useful information about something that mattersThe difference between feeling angry and choosing a hurtful actionWhy everybody experiences anger slightly differentlyHow to recognise physical signals such as a hot face, tight fists, tense muscles or a faster heartbeatHow an Anger Thermometer can help children notice escalation earlyWhy noticing anger sooner gives us more time to choose what happens nextHow anger can sometimes sit alongside hurt, worry, embarrassment, disappointment, jealousy or feeling left outHow to ask “What happened?” “What else am I feeling?” and “What might I need?”Why understanding what lies beneath anger can help us respond more effectivelyHow a brief pause can give the thinking brain time to catch upHow to use Stop, Breathe, ChooseWhy a pause does not need to remove anger in order to be usefulSafe ways to express anger through words, movement and supportHow to create a personal Safe Anger MenuWhy asking a trusted adult for help is a strong and sensible choiceHow anger can explain a poor choice without excusing itWhy apologising does not mean somebody else has to stop feeling hurt immediatelyHow to Recognise, Repair and Learn after things go wrongEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Notice your anger Instead of immediately judging the feeling, pause and recognise: “I'm feeling angry.” Listen to your body Notice the early clues that your anger thermometer is rising. A hot face, tight hands, tense muscles or a louder voice can all be useful signals. Look underneath Ask: “What happened?” “What else am I feeling?” and “What might I need?” Anger can sometimes point towards something deeper. Create the pause When anger makes you want to react immediately, remember: Stop. Breathe. Choose. Express it safely Use your Safe Anger Menu. Think about something you can say, something safe you can do, and someone you can talk to. Repair and learn If anger leads to a poor choice, don't hide from it. Recognise what happened, repair what you can and learn what you might do differently next time. Together, these skills help children develop emotional literacy, self-awareness, self-regulation, impulse control, communication, empathy, responsibility, restorative thinking and healthier ways of responding to strong emotions. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children learning to understand and manage angerChildren who become overwhelmed by strong emotionsChildren who find it difficult to recognise when anger is beginning to growFamilies developing a calmer and more constructive language around angerClassrooms exploring emotional literacy and self-regulationTeachers and pastoral teams supporting children with emotional regulationSchools using restorative approaches to behaviour and relationshipsChildren learning how to pause, express feelings safely and repair things when mistakes happenSeries Message: Anger is a normal feeling, but it does not have to choose what happens next. Notice it, listen to what it may be telling you, pau Send us Fan Mail Box Score Brains : A Free Daily Baseball Podcast for KidsScores, stats, stories, trivia & Baseball IQ, every morning.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

  4. 4d ago

    S16 E6 - Making Things Right – Taking Responsibility, Repairing and Learning

    Follow this podcast - teacher and pupil resource coming out soon for every episode Helping children understand that making a mistake when they are angry does not have to be the end of the story, and showing them how honesty, responsibility, repair, and learning can help rebuild connection afterwards. In this final episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Understanding Anger series, children explore what happens after anger has led to a choice they regret. Throughout the series, children have learned to recognise anger, notice its signals, look underneath it, pause before acting, and express it safely. But everyone is still learning. Sometimes anger gets the better of us. We might shout. Say something hurtful. Snatch something. Damage something. Or behave in a way we later wish we hadn't. The episode reassures children that a mistake does not have to be the end of the story. We cannot rewind time and remove something we have done. But we can decide what happens afterwards. Through Ayaan’s story, children see what genuine repair can look like. Ayaan and his friend Leo are drawing together when Leo accidentally knocks Ayaan’s pencils onto the floor. Ayaan is already frustrated and immediately shouts: “Why do you always ruin everything?” Then, in anger, he grabs the picture Leo has been drawing. Rip! The corner tears. Leo walks away upset. A few minutes later, Ayaan’s anger begins to settle and he looks at what he has done. Rather than pretending it didn't happen, Ayaan goes to his teacher and admits: “I did something when I was angry.” Together, they recognise something important. Leo knocking over the pencils was an accident. Ayaan tearing the picture was his choice. Ayaan finds Leo and apologises: “I'm sorry I tore your picture. I was angry, but I shouldn't have done that.” Leo is still upset. And the episode makes an especially important point: Saying sorry does not mean another person has to stop feeling hurt straight away. Ayaan therefore does more than apologise. He asks: “Can I help fix it?” Together, they carefully tape the torn corner. Ayaan cannot undo his action. But he can take responsibility, repair what he can, and think about how he will respond differently next time. The episode introduces children to three memorable steps: Recognise. Repair. Learn. Recognise means being honest about what happened and accepting responsibility. Repair means asking what can be done to make things better—perhaps apologising, fixing something, replacing something, or giving another person time and space. Learn means asking what could be done differently next time. Children then visualise these steps through a Repair Bridge, moving from what happened towards making things better. The final message brings the whole series together beautifully: We don't have to be perfect at managing anger. We do need to keep noticing, practising, taking responsibility, and learning. What children will learn in this episode: Why making a mistake while angry doesn't have to be the end of the storyThe importance of taking responsibility without making excusesWhy anger can explain an action without making a hurtful action okayHow a genuine apology includes recognising the impact on somebody elseWhy repairing sometimes requires action as well as wordsHow the steps Recognise, Repair, Learn can help rebuild connectionWhy people may still need time after an apologyEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Recognise Be honest about what happened. Try saying: “I did that, and it wasn't okay.” You can understand why you were angry while still taking responsibility for your action. Repair Ask: “What can I do to make this better?” You might apologise, fix something, replace something, or give somebody the time and space they need. Learn Ask: “What could I do differently next time?” Perhaps you could notice your anger signals earlier, use Stop, Breathe, Choose, step away, or ask somebody for help. Respect the other person's feelings An apology matters, but another person does not have to feel better immediately. Repair can take time. These skills help children develop responsibility, empathy, restorative thinking, reflection, relationship repair, emotional regulation, and the ability to learn from mistakes. Mindful Moment Challenge: This week, if you make a mistake because you're angry, don't hide from it. Wait until you are calm enough and ask: “What can I do to make things right?” Then think about: “What will I try differently next time?” Remember the three steps: Recognise. Repair. Learn. Making a mistake doesn't have to be the end of the story. What you choose to do afterwards matters too. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children learning to take responsibility after difficult momentsChildren developing an understanding of genuine apologies and repairClassrooms using restorative approaches to relationships and behaviourFamilies helping children learn from mistakes rather than hide from themTeachers and pastoral leaders supporting reflection after incidents of angerQuote of the Week: "We cannot undo every mistake, but we can take responsibility, repair what we can, and learn for next time." #MindfulMoments #UnderstandingAnger #MakingThingsRight #RecogniseRepairLearn #RestorativePractice #TakingResponsibility #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalLiteracy #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

  5. 6d ago

    S16 E5 - Expressing Anger Safely – Finding Healthy Ways to Show How You Feel

    Follow this podcast - teacher and pupil resource coming out soon for every episode Helping children understand that anger does not need to be hidden or allowed to explode, and giving them practical ways to express strong feelings through words, safe physical actions, and support from trusted people. In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Understanding Anger series, children explore an important question: What can I actually do with my anger? After learning how to pause before reacting, children now discover that managing anger doesn't mean pretending the feeling isn't there. Anger is real. Sometimes it is powerful. And sometimes our bodies contain so much angry energy that it feels as though the feeling needs somewhere to go. The episode compares anger to a bottle of fizzy drink being shaken. If all that fizz is kept trapped inside, pressure can build. But simply letting it explode isn't the answer either. Instead, children learn what it means to express anger safely. That might mean saying: “I'm angry.” “This has upset me.” or: “I need some space.” Through Maya’s story, children see how this works in real life. Maya has made a bracelet using her favourite beads. She leaves it on her desk while she goes downstairs, but when she returns, her younger sister Evie is wearing it. Maya immediately becomes angry. She feels her face heating up and wants to grab the bracelet straight from Evie’s wrist. Then she remembers: Stop. Breathe. Choose. Maya stops, takes a breath, and steps away. She squeezes and releases her hands and gives herself a moment. When she returns, she is still angry. But now she can use words. She tells Evie: “I feel really angry because you took my bracelet without asking. Please give it back and ask me next time.” The anger hasn't disappeared. What has changed is the way Maya expresses it. Children are introduced to three safe ways of responding to anger: Use words. Help your body release the energy safely. Get support. They discover that walking, stretching, shaking out their hands, squeezing and relaxing muscles, or breathing slowly can help release some of the physical energy that comes with anger. They are also reminded that some feelings are simply too big to manage alone, and that saying: “I'm really angry and I need some help.” is a strong and sensible choice. The episode brings these ideas together through a Safe Anger Menu, giving children three choices they can prepare in advance: Something I can SAY. Something safe I can DO. Someone I can TALK TO. That gives children a memorable strategy: Say. Do. Talk. What children will learn in this episode: Why expressing anger safely is different from hiding or explodingHow clear words can help other people understand what is wrongSafe ways to release some of the physical energy of angerWhy asking a trusted adult for support is an important strategyHow to create a personal Safe Anger MenuWhy children can express a strong emotion while remaining in control of their actionsEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Use words Try saying: “I'm angry because…” “I didn't like what happened.” “I need some space.” Clear words can help other people understand what you are feeling. Release the energy safely Walk, stretch, shake out your hands, squeeze and release your muscles, or take some slow breaths. Choose something that is safe for you and everybody around you. Ask for support If anger feels too big to manage on your own, find a trusted adult and say: “I'm really angry and I need some help.” Remember your Safe Anger Menu Have one thing ready to say, one safe thing to do, and one person you can talk to. These skills help children develop emotional expression, communication, self-regulation, help-seeking, body awareness, and safer ways of managing strong emotions. Mindful Moment Challenge: This week, choose one thing from your Safe Anger Menu and remember it. Perhaps it is: Something you can say. Something safe you can do. Or somebody you can talk to. If anger appears, try using that choice. Remember: You don't need to hide your anger. You don't need to let it explode. You can learn to express it in ways that are safe for you and everyone around you. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children learning healthy ways to express angerChildren who bottle feelings up or sometimes allow anger to explodeClassrooms developing emotional regulation and communication skillsFamilies looking for practical strategies to use during difficult momentsTeachers and pastoral leaders supporting children with strong emotional responsesQuote of the Week: "You don't have to hide anger or let it explode—you can learn to express it safely." #MindfulMoments #UnderstandingAnger #ExpressingAngerSafely #SafeAngerMenu #SayDoTalk #SelfRegulation #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalLiteracy #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

  6. Oct 16

    S16 E4 - The Pause Before We Act – Creating Space Between Feeling Angry and Choosing What to Do

    Helping children understand that anger can make us want to react immediately, while showing them how even a very small pause can give their thinking brain time to catch up and help them make a safer, more thoughtful choice. In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Understanding Anger series, children explore one of the most useful skills they can develop when anger begins to rise: pausing before they act. Children have already learned that anger is a normal emotion, that their bodies can give them warning signs when it is growing, and that other feelings can sometimes sit underneath it. Now they discover that recognising anger is only part of the journey. What happens next matters too. Anger can create a powerful urge to act straight away. We might want to shout, slam a door, throw something, grab something, or say words that we later wish we could take back. The episode reminds children of an important distinction: Feeling angry is okay. The action we choose is something different. Through Ben’s story, children see how a pause can change what happens next. Ben has spent the afternoon carefully working on a painting. Just as he is nearly finished, his friend Amira reaches across the table and accidentally knocks over Ben’s pot of water. SPLASH! Water spreads across his picture. Ben jumps up. His face feels hot and his fists tighten. He is just about to shout at Amira—but then he stops. Instead of allowing that first rush of anger to decide what happens, Ben creates a tiny pause. That moment doesn't magically remove his anger or fix his painting. But it gives his thinking brain enough time to catch up. The episode introduces children to three simple words they can remember when anger makes them want to react: Stop. Breathe. Choose. First, stop the body if possible. Then take one slow breath. Finally, ask: “What do I want to do next?” Children discover that their choice might be to step away, use calm words, find an adult, or simply say, “I'm too angry to talk about this yet.” The episode also introduces the Three-Second Pause, helping children experience how even a few seconds can create valuable space between emotion and action. The key message is not that children should stop feeling angry. It is that anger does not have to make the decision for them. What children will learn in this episode: Why anger can create an urge to react very quicklyThe difference between an angry feeling and an angry actionWhy pausing gives the thinking brain time to catch upHow the strategy Stop, Breathe, Choose can helpWhy a pause doesn't need to make the anger disappear to be usefulHow even a few seconds can create more choice and controlEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Stop When you notice your anger signals, try not to act immediately. If you can, stop your body for just a moment. Breathe Take one slow breath in and out. You aren't trying to make the anger disappear—you are giving yourself some time. Choose Ask yourself: “What do I want to do next?” You might step away, use calm words, ask for help, or wait until you feel more ready to talk. Remember the pause gives you choices You can still be angry while choosing an action that is safe and thoughtful. These skills help children develop self-regulation, impulse control, emotional awareness, decision-making, and greater responsibility for their actions. Mindful Moment Challenge: This week, if you notice your anger thermometer rising, practise: Stop. Breathe. Choose. Stop for a moment. Take one slow breath. Then ask yourself: “What do I choose?” Even if you only remember after the moment has passed, that's okay. Noticing is part of learning. Each time you practise the pause, you are helping yourself create a little more space between feeling angry and deciding what to do next. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children learning to manage impulsive reactionsChildren who find themselves acting quickly when they become angryClassrooms developing self-regulation and emotional awarenessFamilies looking for a simple shared strategy for difficult momentsTeachers and pastoral leaders supporting children to pause before respondingQuote of the Week: "A pause gives your thinking brain time to catch up with your angry feeling." #MindfulMoments #UnderstandingAnger #StopBreatheChoose #PauseBeforeYouAct #SelfRegulation #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalLiteracy #ManagingAnger #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

  7. Oct 14

    S16 E3 - What Is My Anger Telling Me? – Looking Beneath the Feeling

    Helping children understand that anger can sometimes sit on top of other emotions such as hurt, disappointment, worry, embarrassment, or feeling left out—and teaching them how curiosity can help uncover what they really need. In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Understanding Anger series, children take their understanding of anger one step deeper. They have already discovered that anger is a normal emotion and learned how their bodies can give them clues when anger begins to rise. Now they explore an important question: What might my anger be trying to tell me? Children discover that anger is sometimes the easiest feeling to notice because it can be loud, energetic, and powerful. But anger isn't always the whole story. Sometimes underneath anger there might also be hurt, sadness, disappointment, worry, embarrassment, loneliness, or feeling left out. Through Layla’s story, children see how this can happen. Layla hears other children talking excitedly about Mia’s birthday party and realises that she hasn't been invited. Her first reaction is anger. She feels cross and begins focusing on the unfairness of the situation. But when Layla stops and looks beneath the anger, she discovers something else. She feels left out. And beneath that, she feels hurt. The episode introduces children to the idea of an Anger Iceberg. Like an iceberg floating in the sea, the part we can see above the water may only be a small part of what is really there. Anger might be the emotion everybody sees. Underneath it could be other feelings that are harder to notice or explain. Children are encouraged to become curious rather than immediately reacting by asking themselves three simple questions: “What happened?” “What else am I feeling?” “What might I need?” These questions help children move from “I'm angry” towards a fuller understanding of what has happened and why it matters to them. The episode also helps children recognise that understanding what lies underneath anger doesn't make the anger disappear or mean it was wrong. Instead, it can help them decide what might actually help next. Perhaps they need to talk to somebody. Perhaps they need reassurance. Perhaps they need some space. Perhaps they need something explained. Perhaps they simply need somebody to understand how they feel. What children will learn in this episode: Why anger can sometimes be the feeling we notice firstHow other emotions may sit underneath angerWhat the Anger Iceberg can teach us about our feelingsHow hurt, disappointment, worry, embarrassment, or feeling left out can sometimes appear as angerWhy curiosity can help us understand emotions more clearlyHow recognising what we really feel can help us work out what we might needEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Ask what happened Think about the moment just before your anger appeared. What happened that mattered to you? Look underneath the anger Ask yourself, “What else am I feeling?” You might discover sadness, hurt, disappointment, worry, embarrassment, or another emotion. Think about what you need Once you understand the feeling underneath, ask: “What might I need?” Perhaps you need support, space, reassurance, an explanation, or simply somebody to listen. Stay curious rather than judgemental You don't need to criticise yourself for feeling angry. Curiosity can help you understand what your emotion is communicating. These skills help children develop deeper emotional literacy, self-awareness, reflection, communication, empathy, and healthier ways of responding to difficult situations. Mindful Moment Challenge: This week, if anger appears, see if you can look beneath the surface. Pause and ask yourself: “What happened?” “What else am I feeling?” “What might I need?” You might discover that anger isn't the only feeling there. Perhaps underneath it is hurt, disappointment, worry, embarrassment, sadness, or feeling left out. There is no wrong answer. The challenge is simply to become curious about what your anger might be telling you. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children developing a deeper understanding of angerChildren learning to identify emotions underneath strong reactionsClassrooms developing emotional vocabulary and reflective thinkingFamilies supporting children to talk about difficult feelingsTeachers and pastoral leaders helping children explore the reasons behind behaviourQuote of the Week: "Sometimes anger is what we see on the surface. Curiosity can help us understand what might be underneath." #MindfulMoments #UnderstandingAnger #AngerIceberg #WhatIsAngerTellingMe #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalLiteracy #UnderstandingFeelings #SelfAwareness #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

  8. Oct 12

    S16 E2 - What Happens When I Get Angry? – Learning to Notice Anger Before It Takes Over

    Helping children recognise the physical and behavioural clues that tell them anger is beginning to grow, so they can notice it earlier and have more time to choose what happens next. In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison’s Understanding Anger series, children explore what happens inside their bodies when anger begins to rise. After learning that anger is a normal emotion that can give us useful information, children now discover that anger rarely arrives without warning. Our bodies often begin sending us clues. A face might feel hot. Hands might tighten. A heart might begin beating faster. Muscles might become tense. A voice might become louder. Thoughts might begin racing. Children learn that these signals can be different for everybody—but recognising their own personal clues can help them catch anger before it becomes overwhelming. Through Isaac’s story, children see this in action during a lunchtime football game. An argument begins and Isaac can feel anger building. His face becomes hot, his hands tighten, his heart starts thumping, and his voice begins getting louder. At first, Isaac is focused only on what has happened. But when he begins to notice what his body is doing, he realises something important: His anger thermometer is rising. The episode introduces children to the idea of an Anger Thermometer. Just as a thermometer shows temperature rising, our bodies can give us signs that our anger is moving from calm, through irritation and frustration, towards much bigger feelings. Children discover that the earlier they notice those signs, the more opportunity they have to pause, use a strategy, ask for help, step away, or choose their next action carefully. The aim isn't to stop children ever becoming angry. Instead, it is to help them become better at noticing anger sooner. That awareness gives them something extremely powerful: time to choose. What children will learn in this episode: How anger can create physical changes in the bodySome common early warning signs of angerWhy everybody's anger signals may look and feel slightly differentHow our actions and voices can change as anger becomes strongerHow an Anger Thermometer can help us recognise different levels of angerWhy noticing anger early gives us more time to make helpful choicesEmotional Skills from Miss Harrison: Notice your body Pay attention to clues such as a hot face, tense shoulders, tight hands, a faster heartbeat, or a feeling of energy building inside you. Notice what you start doing Your voice may become louder, your movements quicker, or your words sharper. These can also be clues that your anger is growing. Learn your own signals Not everybody experiences anger in exactly the same way. Begin noticing the clues that are most common for you. Catch anger early When you notice one of your warning signs, think: “My anger thermometer is rising.” That thought can remind you that this is the moment to pause and choose what happens next. These skills help children develop body awareness, emotional literacy, early self-regulation, impulse awareness, and greater control over their responses. Mindful Moment Challenge: This week, see if you can notice one clue that tells you your anger is beginning to rise. Perhaps you notice: Your face becoming hot. Your hands becoming tight. Your heart beating faster. Your shoulders tensing. Your voice becoming louder. Your thoughts speeding up. When you notice it, quietly think: “My anger thermometer is rising.” You don't have to wait until anger feels enormous. Learning to notice the first clues can make a very big difference. Perfect for: Primary school-aged children learning to recognise the physical signs of angerChildren who say anger seems to happen “suddenly”Classrooms developing emotional awareness and self-regulationFamilies helping children identify their personal warning signsTeachers and pastoral leaders supporting children to recognise escalation earlierQuote of the Week: "The earlier we notice anger, the more time we have to choose what happens next." #MindfulMoments #UnderstandingAnger #AngerThermometer #AngerSignals #SelfRegulation #EmotionalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #PrimaryPSHE #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalLiteracy #BodyAwareness #WellbeingInSchools Send us Fan Mail Support the show

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Welcome to Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison – the perfect place for kids, parents, and educators to explore emotions, build mindfulness, and develop emotional intelligence!  What We Offer:Join Miss Harrison on a journey of self-discovery through engaging stories, fun activities, and calming mindfulness exercises. Each episode focuses on helping children: Understand their emotions Practice kindness and empathy Build confidence and resilience Navigate friendships Handle life’s ups and downs with calmness and courage  What to Expect: Relatable stories for kids that teach emotional lessons Fun, interactive games and challenges Easy-to-follow mindfulness exercises to practice at homeTools and tips for managing emotions like anger, worry, and excitement Why Listen?Perfect for children of all ages, this channel is a safe and positive space to help young minds grow and thrive. Whether you’re looking for resources for the classroom, bedtime listening, or family mindfulness routines, Miss Harrison has you covered! About Miss Harrison:Miss Harrison is a passionate teacher and mindfulness advocate who loves helping children shine their brightest by understanding their emotions and building inner strength.  New Episodes Every Week!Subscribe to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes, and let’s explore emotions together, one mindful moment at a time. Join the Community:We’d love to hear from you! Comment on your favourite episodes, share your mindful moments, and spread kindness wherever you go! #MindfulMomentsWithMissHarrison #KidsMindfulness #EmotionalIntelligence #ParentingTips #MindfulnessForKids #KidsPodcast    

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    St Stephen's CE Primary, Bradford, UK
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
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    Clean
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